E Augmented Guitar Chord Chart
Notes: E - G# - C
Formula: 1 - 3 - ♯5
Intervals: Root, Major 3rd, Augmented 5th
Quick answer
The Eaug guitar chord is played as 0-3-2-1-1-0 from low E to high E and uses the notes E, G#, C.
- Fret pattern
- 0-3-2-1-1-0
- Chord notes
- E, G#, C
- Formula
- 1 - 3 - ♯5
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How to Play Eaug
- 1Place your index finger on fret 1 of the G and B strings
- 2Place your ring finger on fret 2 of the D string
- 3Place your pinky finger on fret 3 of the A string
- 4Play the low E, high E strings open
About Augmented Chords
Built from two stacked major 3rds. Augmented chords sound mysterious and unresolved, common in jazz and Beatles-style progressions.
E Augmented Guitar Chord FAQ
What notes are in the E Augmented guitar chord?
The E Augmented guitar chord uses the notes E, G#, C.
How do you play Eaug on guitar?
Play the Eaug guitar chord with the 0-3-2-1-1-0 fret pattern from low E to high E. Place your index finger on fret 1 of the G and B strings Place your ring finger on fret 2 of the D string Place your pinky finger on fret 3 of the A string Play the low E, high E strings open
What is the formula for E Augmented?
The E Augmented formula is 1 - 3 - ♯5: Root, Major 3rd, Augmented 5th.